
Uganda and Zanzibar Vacation
A unique combination of safari, primates and beach.  Get to grips with gorillas, chimps and other wildlife in Uganda's Bwindi Forest and Queen Elizabeth National Park before heading the beaches of Zanzibar for some rest and relaxation. At Kyambura Gorge Lodge, in Queen Elizabeth National Park you will enjoy game drives and boat cruises keeping a watch out for lion, elephant, hippo and more.  You will also enjoy chimpanzee trekking at Kyambura Gorge.   
At Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge you will stay in a unique banda in the forest. The lodge is well located to allow easy access into Bwindi Forest for your gorilla tracking. There is also the opportunity for community interaction, including the local Batwa Pygmies. Then to Zanzibar Island, staying at Asilia Matemwe Lodge. With a shallow, coral-fringed lagoon it’s the perfect place to kick back and relax, but if you are still feeling active, there’s opportunities for diving, snorkelling, dhow trips and visits to Stone Town and community villages.  
Day by Day summary
- Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Entebbe International
- 3 nights - Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda
- 3 nights - Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge, Bwindi, Uganda
- 1 night - Park Hyatt Zanzibar, Stone Town, Tanzania
- 5 nights - Asilia Matemwe Lodge, Zanzibar Island, Tanzania
- Ends - Transfer to Zanzibar for your international flight home
At a glance
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Tanzania, Uganda
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12 Nights
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City
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Beach
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Safari
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Guide Price
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Our trips are unashamedly high-end but always deliver excellent value for money. Our guide price covers the majority of trip costs upfront, on a per person basis, including international flights and all transfers.
Includes
- Accommodation as specified
- Meals as specified
- Light aircraft transfers as detailed in the itinerary
- All scheduled safari activities offered by the camps or lodges
- Road transfers as detailed in the itinerary
- National Parks and conservation entry fees
- Private safari vehicle and guide
- 1 x Gorilla Tracking Permit per person
Excludes
- Gratuities
- Personal travel insurance
- Additional activities not offered as scheduled by the accommodation
- Visas and visa fees where relevant
- Beverages with the exception of all inclusive hotels
ACTIVITIES
This sample trip offers countless adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most and we will curate your perfect itinerary.
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4WD Safari
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Boat Trip
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Primate Trekking
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Cultural Experience
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Canoeing/Kayaking
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Fishing
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Golf
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Snorkeling/Scuba Diving
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Watersports
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City Sights
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Star Gazing/Star Bed
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Wellness/Spa
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Guided Walk
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Cultural Excursion
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick off the Big Five or encounter specific safari species and sea creatures on your safari and coastal stay, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect on this sample trip.
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- Flights and transfers included
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